Course information
Religious Studies
Aldridge School - A Science College - Walsall
01922743988
Tynings Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0BG
Course summary

Religious Studies is an inclusive subject, designed for people of any faith and people who have no faith. It is not necessary to have taken Religious Studies at GCSE. It is beneficial to all students who wish to pursue their studies in any area of Humanities for example, teaching and social work. During the course, topics are split into two different components. Component one being Philosophy and Religion, component two is Christianity and Ethics.

Entry requirements

Grade 5 in English and Grade 5 in one the following; History, Geography, Citizenship. If taken at GCSE a Grade 5 in Religious Studies is required

How you'll be assessed

At the end of the course, component one and two will each be examined separately. Each will have a three hour written examination of equal weighting. Each examination is marked using the AO1 and AO2 criteria. AO1 asks students to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the topics studied. AO2 asks them to analyse and evaluate the topics studied. AO1 will constitute 40% of the overall marks, while AO2 will account for the remaining 60%.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWalsall
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressTynings Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0BG